Richmond Hood Co. raffle could net you 10 pair of sneakers

In honor of St. Patrick, one lucky sneakerhead will be showered with kicks this year, courtesy of the Richmond Hood Co., West Brighton.

The winner of a free raffle next month will win 10 pair of sneakers — one a month for the rest of 2010 — from Castleton Avenue’s skater/urban gear shop.

To be eligible, participants must register for the contest online at richmondhood.com, pick up an official ticket at the store on March 19, and be present at the drawing on March 20 at 6 p.m.

In addition to its regular retail items (and a special line of St. Patrick’s day green-wear), the Richmond Hood Co. offers an art exhibit through mid-March featuring local artists Demetrius Felder and Emiliana Castillo (Nani Castle). Images from the show, Exhibit A, are on the store Web site.